Microbial contaminant testing

Health Canada requires cannabis products to be free from harmful microbial contaminants that could pose health risks to consumers. This test screens for various bacteria, molds, and yeast.

Microbial Contaminant Testing Edmonton

Key contaminants include:

  • Total Aerobic Bacteria: General bacterial count to ensure proper handling and hygiene.

  • Total Yeast and Mold: To detect fungal contamination, which can compromise product safety.

  • Escherichia coli (E. coli): A bacteria that can cause foodborne illness if ingested.

  • Salmonella spp: Another harmful pathogen that can cause severe gastrointestinal illness.

  • Pseudomonas aeruginosa: Known for causing infections, especially in immunocompromised individuals.

  • Staphylococcus aureus: Can cause infections and produce toxins that result in food poisoning.

Can cause infections and produce toxins that result in food poisoning.